BLACK-EYED PEAS
1 package Black-Eyed Peas
Fresh Thyme Sprigs
1 Bay Leaf
Salt
Soak Peas overnight preferably.
Drain and add to a pot of water (veggie stock cube)* and bring to a boil, reduce add Bay leaf, Fresh Thyme sprigs, reduce and simmer for approximately 30- 45 minutes. Stirring occasionally. Test at 30 minutes, do not let them over cook. You want the beans whole.
*I didn’t use one, but it’s doable!
WILD RICE
Bring 3 cups water to a boil, add 1 cup wild rice and bring to a gentle boil, covered for approximately 30- 40 minutes, check for doneness. Crunchy but cooked, not mushy! Add EVOO, salt.
BROCCOLINI
1 bunch Broccolini chopped
EVOO
Salt
Red Pepper Flakes
Sauté the broccolini in a cast iron skillet, add a splash of water, and cover for 2 minutes, taste for doneness, add lemon, salt, EVOO, and red pepper flakes. The taste this season has been superb!
Plate with Red Pepper Coulis previous page for recipe, Marash Red Pepper flakes, and you’ll start your New Year’s or any time dish with a burst of beauty and renewed spirit! It’s tradition to serve them on New Year’s Eve in some parts of the world, they are known as the “prosperity” beans, bringing you good luck, wealth and abundance in the coming year. BELIEVE and RECEIVE! Enjoy!